XTO ENERGY, INC. - HR 03-15V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

XTO ENERGY, INC. - HR 03-15V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.2 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically under PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas activity, particularly in the Raton Basin, known for coalbed methane production. Typical extraction operations involve drilling, well completion, and gas processing before transport. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting local energy needs and downstream infrastructure. Its location in a rural area near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains influences environmental considerations, such as water management and land use. The site's operational status underscores its ongoing role in the gas extraction sector.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, near the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and is subject to climate hazards such as drought and wildfires. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct exposure risks, but water resources and air quality are key environmental considerations for gas extraction operations in this region.